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Facing Childhood Trauma: Ruth Clare's Journey to Healing

January 26, 2025 • Jessa van Meerten

Facing Childhood Trauma: Ruth Clare's Journey to Healing | Pathfinders Podcast with Jessa

In this episode of Pathfinders, I engage in a heartfelt conversation with Ruth Clare, an Australian mental health advocate, author, and speaker.

Ruth shares her deeply personal experiences of growing up in an abusive home, the effects of that trauma, and how she has found ways to heal and empower herself.

Through discussing her memoir 'Enemy' and her upcoming book 'Turn Fear Into Courage,' Ruth provides practical insights and tools for overcoming trauma. This episode delves into significant themes such as emotional resilience, the complexities of familial relationships, and the journey toward self-discovery and healing.

About Ruth Clare:

Ruth Clare is a TEDx and motivational keynote speaker, MC and panel facilitator, award-winning author, connected communication and embodied speaking coach, mental health, child voice activist and former professional actor. Through her own lived experiences, she knows what it's like to be in survival mode and how to get out of it. She has a desire to break stigmas, speak up for those who have been silenced and help people who are facing adversities to become resilient.

Ruth’s Website: https://ruthclare.com

Ruth’s Books: https://ruthclare.com/books/

Ruth’s TedTalk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orOJb8MDaGk

Ruth’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthclareauthor/?hl=en

00:00 Introduction to Ruth Clare's Story

00:45 Meet Ruth Clare: Author and Advocate

01:40 Ruth's Childhood: Living with an Abusive Father

03:49 Coping Mechanisms and Family Dynamics

10:43 The Day Dad Left: A Turning Point

16:45 Mom's Reaction and Long-term Impact

20:27 Struggles with Self-Worth and Healing

28:31 Complex Emotions: Love and Hate for Dad